Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
Indulge in the delightful blend of flavors with this Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad, where sweet caramelized pears meet the tanginess of blue cheese for an extraordinary dining experience. This easy-to-make salad is not just a feast for the taste buds but also a stunning presentation that will impress your guests. The warmth of the caramelized pears melds beautifully with fresh mixed greens and crunchy walnuts, creating a dish perfect for any occasion—from cozy weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. Quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, this salad offers a delicious balance of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in honey, then add pear slices. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized.
- In a large bowl, toss together mixed greens. Top with crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts.
- Gently place warm caramelized pears on top of the salad. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately while fresh and warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg